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Citroen C6 3.0

General information

ModelCitroen C6 3.0
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2946 ccm (179.76 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving11.2 litres/100 km (21.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2946 ccm (179.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power211.00 PS (155 kW or 208 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque290.00 Nm (29.6 kgf-m or 213.9 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.9:1
Bore x stroke87.0 x 82.6 mm (3.4 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1163 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4490 litres (1,186 gallons)
Cargo space421 litres (111 gallons)
Optional cargo space421 litres (111 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1818 kg (4,008.0 pounds)
Max weight with load2274 kg (5,013.3 pounds)
Towing weight1704 kg (3,756.7 pounds)
Overall length4910 mm (193.3 inches)
Overall width1870 mm (73.6 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2910 mm (114.6 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR42530
CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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